Plant Accountant

Senior Plant Accountant

Location: Hastings, NE (on-site, manufacturing environment)

Compensation: 85k – 110k

About the Opportunity:

A national food manufacturing leader is seeking a Senior Plant Accountant to strengthen its plant-level financial operations and support strategic decision-making. This role plays a key part in maintaining the accuracy of inventory records, analyzing plant costs, and supporting operational efficiency across departments.

This is an on-site position within a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment, offering visibility to senior leadership and opportunities for professional growth within a stable and expanding company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reconcile inventory to the general ledger and ensure accuracy of plant inventory records.
• Prepare inventory and costing reports, including stock analysis, cycle count accuracy, and excess/obsolete inventory tracking.
• Monitor and analyze Repairs & Maintenance (R&M) spend, identifying cost drivers and opportunities for process improvement.
• Coordinate capital expenditure documentation and approvals in line with company policies.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies; work cross-functionally with operations and corporate accounting to implement corrective actions.
• Support process improvement initiatives related to inventory controls and standard operating procedures.
• Assist with ERP or inventory management system updates and conversions.
• Prepare reconciliations and assist with audit and compliance deliverables.
• Contribute to the monthly financial close process and collaborate closely with the corporate accounting team.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or inventory-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups).
• Strong understanding of reconciliations, accruals, and cost accounting concepts.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred:

• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.
• Exposure to plant-level accounting, costing, or inventory management in a manufacturing setting.

Why This Role Matters:

This position offers the opportunity to:

• Play a critical role in improving plant financial accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with both plant operations and corporate leadership.
• Gain exposure to process improvement, capital projects, and ERP transformation initiatives.
• Contribute to a company that values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement.

If you’re a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact and grow your career. Join a company that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and the people behind its success.